19 Jewel Hamilton 944 ( Double-Sunk Montgomery Dial ! ) - $599.99
Almost a perfect 100 yr. old railroad pocket watch by the Hamilton Watch Co. of Lancaster, Pa. This amazing historical treasure dates all the way back to 1904 and is an extraordinary timepiece. It is very heavy and impressive when held in your hand. This 18 size beauty is in a magnificent highly polished gold-filled case that is in good condition but does have a minor split in the bezel ( see photo of crown shot ). We did not change this case because we believe it to be all original to the watch. The entire piece is in excellent condition. The 19 jewel 944 movement has gold jewel settings, motor barrel, double roller and is adjusted to 5 different positions. The movement has gold lettering and simply amazing demaskeen all over it. Total production of the 944 was under 6,600 watches. How many of the 6,600 have survived ??? Hard to say, but it is a safe bet that not many are in this kind of condition. It is definitely getting harder and harder to get them as the prices continue to rise. This railroad timekeeper is still running strong after all these years. It looks like new, even though it is really an old classic. The watch has a nice scratch free crystal. As you will see it has an ORIGINAL DOUBLE-SUNK PORCELAIN MONTGOMERY DIAL that if taken off this watch would be a fine candidate for a 950 or other top quality watch. The 944 is probably the most collectible and sought after 19 jewel Hamilton on the market. The crisp clean hour & minute and sweep second hands are perfect. It runs well, keeping perfect time. I wound this last night and I don't think its a minute off ! It was recently examined by a master watchmaker, cleaned and oiled, and given high marks in every category. It’s hard to imagine that this watch is nearly a 100 years old. This is an excellent example of American craftsmanship and a true collectible as the supply of these railroad watches has stopped while the demand among collectors continues to rise. You will not only have a beautiful timepiece but also a treasure to pass down for generations to come.
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